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Transmitters, Cups, Arms & Faceplates / Re: Help Identifying WE 40AL T...
Last post by G-Man - Today at 12:55:23 PMFurther information...
#2
Collector's Corner / Re: I Never Thought I Would Ge...
Last post by SUnset2 - Today at 12:41:45 PMQuote from: MMikeJBenN27 on Today at 05:24:07 AMAs long as it is an older one with a steel base plate, I guess they are OK. Only thing I really don't like is the dial - it is awkward to use with your left hand, and I am left-handed.I think all the ones that came with the kit of inserts ("Fashion Plate") have the plastic base.
Mine had some scratches on the top of the handset, so I sanded and polished it, so now it is lighter than the rest of the phone, so there is definitely some yellowing.
Mike, would the model in the photo below work better for you?
#3
Transmitters, Cups, Arms & Faceplates / Re: Help Identifying WE 40AL T...
Last post by Shockandawe - Today at 12:40:17 PMWill report back with transmitter number when I get home.
Thank you
Thank you
#4
Transmitters, Cups, Arms & Faceplates / Re: Help Identifying WE 40AL T...
Last post by G-Man - Today at 12:21:42 PMI searched and found your first thread and viewed the photos.
The one photo showing the front of the transmitter is not clear enough to see the transmitter's number but you can view it yourself and report back to us.
Also, there is a wealth of information in the TCI Library which contains over 10K of scans of documentation of telephone equipment of every age description.
The one photo showing the front of the transmitter is not clear enough to see the transmitter's number but you can view it yourself and report back to us.
Also, there is a wealth of information in the TCI Library which contains over 10K of scans of documentation of telephone equipment of every age description.
#5
Transmitters, Cups, Arms & Faceplates / Re: Help Identifying WE 40AL T...
Last post by G-Man - Today at 12:01:16 PMIt should be on the tag on the front of the transmitter plate but since you started another thread for this set, we are unable to see the photos unless we search for your first post regarding it.
However, assuming that it has not been replaced, it should be a 323BW transmitter.
As far as replacing the books, I am not able to tell from just looking at the photo, though others may be able to do so.
But whatever you do, Do Not take the transmitter apart without a good reason!
The best course of action would be to test it in actual service to ensure that it is working properly. If you find otherwise, then it's time to troubleshoot the problem.
ISTR that Steve Hilsz used to sell a booklet on repairing old telephone sets.
However, assuming that it has not been replaced, it should be a 323BW transmitter.
As far as replacing the books, I am not able to tell from just looking at the photo, though others may be able to do so.
But whatever you do, Do Not take the transmitter apart without a good reason!
The best course of action would be to test it in actual service to ensure that it is working properly. If you find otherwise, then it's time to troubleshoot the problem.
ISTR that Steve Hilsz used to sell a booklet on repairing old telephone sets.
#6
Transmitters, Cups, Arms & Faceplates / Help Identifying WE 40AL Trans...
Last post by Shockandawe - Today at 11:38:51 AMHi,
This WE 40AL candlestick is my first and I am trying to get as much information about as I can before restoring it.
So..my questions are: What model transmitter is this.
What, if anything, typically needs to be done to these in terms of repair, adjustments etc.
I've read some transmitters have gaskets that require replacement, does this one?
Can anyone suggest any good reading on its operation, repair and adjustment.
Thank you all very much,
Ben
This WE 40AL candlestick is my first and I am trying to get as much information about as I can before restoring it.
So..my questions are: What model transmitter is this.
What, if anything, typically needs to be done to these in terms of repair, adjustments etc.
I've read some transmitters have gaskets that require replacement, does this one?
Can anyone suggest any good reading on its operation, repair and adjustment.
Thank you all very much,
Ben
#7
Telephone Troubleshooting and Repair / Re: Help with AE 50(?)
Last post by G-Man - Today at 11:33:26 AMStart by doing the following:
If you are unable to find the problem, further instructions will be provided.
- Make certain that the pulsing contacts fully opens and closes with each revolution of the cam as the dial is being operated.
- Check the wiring by using the two diagrams that are pasted below.
- Gently separate the pulsing contacts while listening to the receiver, or slip a piece of paper between them to see if you are now unable to hear D.T.
If you are unable to find the problem, further instructions will be provided.
#8
Collector's Corner / Re: I Never Thought I Would Ge...
Last post by countryman - Today at 11:20:44 AMQuote from: MMikeJBenN27 on Today at 05:24:07 AM...the dial - it is awkward to use with your left hand...
Interesting. What would make the difference compared to any other dial?
#9
Collector's Corner / Re: I Never Thought I Would Ge...
Last post by MMikeJBenN27 - Today at 05:24:07 AMAs long as it is an older one with a steel base plate, I guess they are OK. Only thing I really don't like is the dial - it is awkward to use with your left hand, and I am left-handed.
#10
My Telephone Collection / Westrex's Phone Collection
Last post by Westrex - Today at 12:44:59 AMHere's my phone collection. As I acquire more phones, I'll post more photos.
Phones:
- 1957 Automatic Electric Type 80
- Western Electric 500
- Tongya TY-006 pay phone
- Landis & GYR pay phone
- Automatic Electric Type 87
- Western Electric Trimline phone (rotary) from 1965
- Motorola Meteor car phone
- 1973 Northern Electric 2236QA 3-slot pay phone
- Generic desktop pay phone (I don't think there's a brand on it)
Phones:
- 1957 Automatic Electric Type 80
- Western Electric 500
- Tongya TY-006 pay phone
- Landis & GYR pay phone
- Automatic Electric Type 87
- Western Electric Trimline phone (rotary) from 1965
- Motorola Meteor car phone
- 1973 Northern Electric 2236QA 3-slot pay phone
- Generic desktop pay phone (I don't think there's a brand on it)